Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar announced on Monday that the Bihar Assembly elections will take place in two phases, specifically on November 6 and 11. The counting of votes will occur on November 14, and the complete electoral process will be wrapped up by November 16.
During a press conference, Kumar characterized these elections as the “mother of all elections” and underscored the significance of maintaining transparency and a smooth electoral process throughout all Bihar Assembly constituencies.
In line with the Election Commission’s timetable, the first phase will encompass 121 Assembly constituencies on November 6, while 122 constituencies will vote in the second phase on November 11.
“It is mandatory to complete counting of postal ballots before the last two rounds of counting of votes,” said Gyanesh Kumar, emphasizing the need for meticulousness in the voting process.
The procedural aspects of the elections are equally crucial. The last date for filing nominations for the first phase is set for October 17, with scrutiny taking place on October 18. Candidates have until October 20 to withdraw their nominations.
For the second phase, the deadline for filing nominations is October 20, followed by scrutiny on October 21, and the last date for withdrawal is October 23.
The current term of the Bihar Legislative Assembly concludes on November 22, prompting these timely elections amid the state’s vibrant political landscape.
Bihar boasts a total of 243 Assembly constituencies, which include two reserved for Scheduled Tribes (ST) and 38 reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC), reflecting the state’s commitment to inclusive representation.
